Food Gardening and Food Preservation

The ultimate collection for food gardening at home and food preservation including vegetable and fruit canning. Learn the different methods to preserve your harvest to reduce food waste and enjoy your vegetable garden produce longer. This collection also includes canning fruit for preserves, pie filling, sauce, compote and more. Plus, easy to follow recipes that use your canned fruit and vegetables!
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How to Can Blueberry Jam (step-by-step home canning guide!)
This homemade blueberry jam recipe is so satisfying and versatile, and I made it specifically for canning. In this home canning guide, I’ll show you how to make it from scratch with just a few simple tools and ingredients. Canning your own homemade blueberry jam is effortless with my recipe.
How to Can Apples for Beginners (step-by-step home canning guide!)
In this home canning guide designed for beginners, you’ll learn how to can apples in a few simple steps so you’ll be able to enjoy them all year long. You'll learn how to use a pressure canner and all about the water bath method. Canning apples at home is easy, and a great way to enjoy them in future recipes. Simply follow the steps in this article, and you’ll get the hang of it in no time.
How to Can Pumpkin (easy step-by-step guide!)
Enjoy your favorite fall flavor any time of year by home canning pumpkin. It may sound difficult, but it’s really simple. The safest, most reliable way to process your canned pumpkin is using a pressure canner. Canned pumpkin is a nice ingredient to have on hand for making soups, pies, and all your favorite recipes anytime you want. Here is all you need to know about how to can pumpkin, plus tips and tricks to help you avoid common mistakes.
How to Can Squash (easy step-by-step guide!)
Canning squash is easy and a great way to keep it on hand longer. Use it in your favorite recipes, like soup or casserole, make fresh puree whenever you need it, or enjoy it as a quick heat-and-serve side dish to any meal. Squash cannot be canned without a pressure canner because it is a low-acid food. I'll show you how, step-by-step! Plus, learn why you can't can summer squash.
How to Can Squash (simple step-by-step guide!)
Learning how to can squash is a useful skill – no matter if you have extra from your garden, or just find a deal at the grocery store or farmers market. Canned squash is great to use in any of your favorite recipes, like casseroles and soups, or it makes a quick heat-and-serve side dish to any meal. In this canning guide, I’ll show you how to do it step by step, including helpful tips and the best safety practices. Learn how to preserve veggies to reduce food waste.
Canning Cherry Tomatoes to Enjoy Year Round (easy step-by-step guide!)
By canning cherry tomatoes, you can keep them on hand and ready to enjoy whenever you like. With just a little bit of effort, you’ll be able to enjoy them all year long. Canning tomatoes is a great way to lock in that “fresh off the vine” flavor, and make use of your bounty. Or you can use ones that you buy at the grocery store or Farmer’s market. In this guide, I'm going to show you two ways to can cherry tomatoes, with or without a pressure canner.
Cannin Peppers From Your Garden (step-by-step guide to preserving your veggies!)
Canning peppers is easier than you think, and doesn't take much time. Below are the simple steps to follow. They are delicious added to fajitas, casseroles, soup, and more. Learn how to use a pressure canner to can peppers. Discover the difference between raw packing and hot packing your peppers. You'll also learn how to store your canned peppers.
How to Freeze Bok Choy the Easy Way (simple step-by-step guide!)
Freezing bok choy is a simple and easy process and a great way to ensure you have it on hand whenever you need it for cooking. Learn how to do it correctly so you can enjoy it all year long. I’ll show you exactly how to freeze bok choy fresh from your garden, the farmer’s market, or the grocery store with easy step-by-step instructions. Reduce food waste from your garden by learning how to preserve vegetables.
Canning Carrots From Your Garden or Store (step-by-step guide!)
Canning carrots is such an easy process, and worth the time it takes so that you can enjoy that garden-fresh flavor all year round. They’re great as a quick heat-and-serve side dish to any meal, and could also be used in your recipes. In this guide, I will show you step by step exactly how to can carrots so you can keep them longer. We cover hot packing and raw packing and how to use a pressure canner to can carrots to enjoy your harvest year-round .
How to Freeze Peas Blanched or Raw(reduce food waste and enjoy year round!)
Freezing peas is very easy and a great way to store them year-round. You can use them in stir-fries, as a quick heat-and-serve side dish, or add them to any of your recipes. Whether you have an overabundance of peas from your garden, or you want to stock up from the grocery store or farmer’s market, freezing them is a convenient option. I’ll show you exactly how to freeze fresh peas with or without blanching, with detailed step-by-step instructions.
How to Freeze Pumpkin Chunks or Puree (cooked, blanched, or raw!)
Freezing pumpkin chunks or puree is a great way to keep it on hand whenever you need it for soups, stews, baking, desserts, and more. Follow these steps for the best results. In this food preservation guide, you’ll learn how to prepare pumpkin chunks or puree for freezing and discover tips for keeping it fresh even after months of storage. Reduce food waste by preserving your pumpkin this fall season.
How to Freeze Green Beans With or Without Blanching (reduce food waste and enjoy year round!)
In this food preservation guide, I’ll show you exactly how to freeze green beans from your garden or the grocery store with a few easy-to-follow steps. Freezing green beans from your garden, the Farmer’s Market, or the grocery store is quick and easy. With just a few steps, you’ll have them ready in your freezer whenever you need them. Check out my tips, tricks and FAQs to learn everything you need to freeze green beans, reducing food waste from your garden or store.
How to Safely Buy Used Canning Supplies and Save Some Money
In this canning equipment guide, I’ll give you tons of tips for how to safely buy used canning equipment and supplies. Buying used canning supplies is a fantastic way to save a ton of money, just make sure you are smart about it! Sometimes it can be more expensive than brand new. Shop around before purchasing any used canning equipment to ensure you’re getting the best (and safest) deal.
How to Can Onions (detailed step-by-step canning guide!)
What I love most is how easy this process is. Follow along as I walk you through how to can your own onions at home. You could use two methods for canning onions: hot packing or raw packing. I'll cover why raw packing onions is the way to go. I'll also show you how to pressure can your onions and how to store them after canning. Reduce garden food waste and enjoy your harvest year-round in all of your favorite recipes!
Apple Picking Season: How to Store Apples to Last a Long Time (step-by-step guide!)
Got an abundance of appled from fall apple picking season or from the farmer's market? Storing apples for short and long-term use is actually very easy. Doing it correctly will help ensure that they stay fresh as long as possible. I’ll explain what you need to know about storing apples for short and long term, and why it matters.